How the Corporate Takeover of American Politics Began

How the Corporate Takeover of American Politics Began

Dec. 13, 2022

Robert Reich

The corporate takeover of American politics was rapid and ruthless.

In 1976, I watched as thousands of corporate lobbyists descended on Washington. Fast forward to today, and lobbying has become a $3.7 billion dollar industry.

It all began with the Powell Memo.

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